Overview
Join to apply for the Statutory SEN Caseworker role at Cornwall Council.
The Service & Team: The Statutory SEN Service sits within the Inclusion and SEND Service, which provides a wide range of support to families in Cornwall.
Job Description
The Statutory SEN Service coordinates key processes for children and young people with complex special educational needs, including education, health and care (EHC) needs assessments, and reviewing the progress of children and young people with EHC plans. There are over 5,000 children and young people aged 0–25 in Cornwall who have EHC plans.
The Role
SEND EHCP Officers undertake extensive liaison with families and with education, social care, and health professionals. The role involves a mix of home-based work, time in an office, and meetings in person and via remote links with families, schools, and colleges. The purpose is to ensure that children and young people with the most complex needs are well supported to achieve the best possible life outcomes through effective assessment of their needs and active administration of their EHC plans. The role is varied and busy; full training is provided for new staff. This is a public/customer-facing role with the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers. The position is subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check.
Working Pattern
Full-time positions available. This is a hybrid role involving a combination of working at New County Hall in Truro and, if you choose, some home working. Working hours are 8:45–17:15, Monday to Friday.
What You’ll Need To Succeed
* You want to make a difference for children and families in Cornwall.
* You are a ‘people person’ who understands legislation and processes and is comfortable using computer systems.
* You can lead in meetings and mediate to reach a way forward.
* You are a skilled communicator, both in speaking and writing.
* You are resilient and can work with a range of individuals in challenging situations.
* You are organised with attention to detail and can record accurately.
* You can work with a range of professionals including schools, health, and social care colleagues.
* You are flexible and can respond to changing demands.
Please read the role profile for full details, attached below this advert.
What You’ll Get In Return
Cornwall Council aims to be an employer of choice with a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward employees. We offer flexible working options to support work/life balance while meeting service needs.
Our Core Employee Rewards And Benefits Include
* A competitive salary.
* A defined benefit pension scheme based on career average earnings, with optional extra voluntary contributions.
* A generous annual leave entitlement with the potential to purchase additional leave.
* A national award-winning employee health and wellbeing programme.
* Employee benefits scheme giving access to discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
Additional Information
Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. The full role profile is attached here. Save a copy for reference if invited to an interview. For more information or an informal chat about the role, contact Martyn Zahan at martyn.zahan@cornwall.gov.uk.
Application Process
Please attach a supporting statement to your application. You can add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or upload your CV. Demonstrate why you are suitable against each point marked as ‘Application’ on the Role Profile with examples from your experience or transferable skills. Guidance on completing your application can be found here – The application process.
Applications cannot be edited after submission. For queries or assistance, contact careers@cornwall.gov.uk. Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle.
About Us
Cornwall Council delivers services to more than half a million local people and over five million visitors a year. We support flexible working arrangements and are committed to fairness and inclusion as an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer.
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